Coin and Paper Money Collecting/Coin value

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Expert: - 3/29/2010


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wondering about value of some coins my grandmother left me.
A Canadian Victorian 1901 50 cent piece. Looks to be in great shape, also a Walking Liberty half dollar. Its pretty worn and I can only make out an"8" as the last number of the date.

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Melissa,

The Walking Liberty half, being that worn, is only worth the silver it contains -- currently about $5.00

The 1901 Canadian Half could be worth $50, $100, or more.  Send me magnified pictures of both sides and I'll try to give you a more precise estimate.

Send to : working.man@usa.net

Dan

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My strong familiarity with all U.S. Mint coins, extensive reference library, and close relationships with many other dealers allows me to identify just about any coin made in the USA. I receive regular updates to all the current price guides -- both wholesale & retail -- to provide accurate values. So, with a good description or pictures, I should be able to identify and value any U.S. coin you have.

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I've been a coin dealer since the 1980's and a coin collector since the 1960's. I specialize in U.S. Silver Coins and have an active online website -- The Working Man's Rare Coins -- http://www.workingmancoins.com -- offering information and inventory in U.S. coins.

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Monroe Coin Club Treasurer
Lincoln Coin Club Board Member
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http://www.workingmancoins.com/FAQ/index.htm


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